Movie Night at the Beach, Traveling Cinema Delights Island Locals and Tourists
Reported by Anita Karyati | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The Jakarta Culture Cinema (JCC) mobile theater brought film screenings to residents and tourists at Tidung Island's Love Bridge Beach, Tidung Islnd Urban Village, South Seribu Islands Sub-district. The initiative spotlights local filmmakers while boosting the island's creative economy and cultural scene.
Give young people space to create and boost prosperity across the islands
Seribu Islands Regent Muhammad Fadjar Churniawan commended the JCC screening organized by the Jakarta Culture Agency and the Kampung Sinema Budaya Foundation.
He expressed the event widens creative opportunities for residents, particularly young people, to develop their artistic and filmmaking skills.
Culture Agency: 2026 Student Theater Festival Bolsters Local Cultural EcosystemPlus, the Seribu Islands’ rich culture, local traditions, and natural beauty offer endless inspiration for creative works.
"Hopefully, more young locals will explore their potential in art, film, photography, and digital content," he stated, Sunday (10/11).
He hopes the Seribu Islands becomes more than just a marine tourism spot, turning into a hub for culture and creative energy that boosts the local economy.
"This effort takes cross-sector collaboration to give young people space to create and boost prosperity across the islands," he explained.
Kampung Sinema Budaya Foundation Advisor Ucu Jamilah said JCC is part of the "Cinema Village" competition spanning Jakarta's five municipalities and Seribu Islands.
The program encourages residents to make their own short films, which are then screened via traveling cinemas across the capital.
"Cultural progress must grow from communities through collaboration. Jakarta’s global city push shouldn't just focus on physical development—it must also strengthen culture," he continued.
Ucu added that the traveling theater also aims to educate families and kids, offering a healthy alternative to screen time.
"We're committed to keeping community-based cultural programs going and growing," she added.
Meanwhile, Tidung Island resident Dewa Kusuma (25), welcomed the event, saying the traveling cinema gives locals fun options and adds nighttime flair to Love Bridge Beach.
"I hope they hold events like this again so locals and tourists have more fun things to do that highlight local culture," he hoped.
